Are you looking to kick start your career? Obtain a Nationally Recognised Qualification and valuable experience in Painting with an Apprenticeship at Lake Mac Council! Earn while you learn – Get paid while you study a Certificate III – Painting and Decorating TradeGain valuable skills while being mentored by highly skilled professionalsMake a difference and positively contribute to our communityLake Macquarie City Council is one of the largest employers of training positions in the Hunter region. The Apprentice Painter is part of Council's Education to Employment (E2E) program – designed to provide you with on-the-job experience, mentoring and support from highly skilled professionals, all while you complete a formal qualification. Additional benefits include paid course fees and paid study time while gaining valuable skills and experience. Earn while you learn and kick-start your career with Lake Mac Council!
ABOUT THE JOB This fantastic career starter opportunity is a 4 year Apprenticeship, where we will support you to complete a Certificate III – Painting and Decorating Trade (Cert III in Painting and Decorating). As the Apprentice Painter you will gain technical knowledge, develop valuable skills and gain hands-on experience whilst studying towards a qualification. You will operate in a team environment and undertake works on Council's building assets. Training will be provided both on-the-job and at Maitland TAFE, Metford Campus.
This is an entry-level position designed to develop, support and mentor the successful applicant in all aspects of the Painting trade.
In this role, we will support you to:
Learn on the job and perform duties to achieve the required skill to complete the training requirementsDevelop knowledge in Painting and Decorating, including application methods such as surface preparation, patching and the maintenance of painting tools and equipmentGain a deep understanding of the trade and work with knowledgeable Tradespersons in a team environmentDeliver high-level customer service to both internal and external customers, representing Lake MacAdhere to WHS responsibilitiesThe position is located at Lake Mac Council Works Depot at Boolaroo and involves travel to multiple areas within Lake Macquarie. You will be rostered to work between 6am and 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, and occasionally on weekends with notice.
Candidates who have completed a Cert III Painting and Decorating qualification or higher may not be eligible to apply. WHAT WE OFFER Receive a wage whilst studying towards a qualification starting from $593.69 per week (if 16 years of age), $698.63 per week (if 17 years of age), $816.52 (18+ years of age), plus 12 per cent superannuationPayment of all course feesPaid time to study and attend compulsory classesAdverse Working Conditions Allowance per hour $0.51Yearly pay reviews and increases based on performance38 hour working week with nine-day fortnightFour weeks paid annual leaveBe mentored and work closely with a Team of qualified Tradespeople in a supportive, empowering, innovative and collaborative work environmentHave a minimum of Year 10 High School Certificate (or finishing Year 10 this year)Are interested in Painting and furthering their careerAre committed to completing the training course requirements over 4 yearsEnjoy working in a teamHave a good attention to detail and ensure their work area is kept clean and tidyHold a minimum of Provisional Drivers LicenceHOW TO APPLY If this job sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Get your application in by midnight, Sunday 24 November 2024. Click the 'Apply Now' button below to start your application. You will need to upload a resume and provide responses to application questions based on the position statement.For enquiries about the role, contact Tim Batch, 02 4921 0612 or via email ******.Interviews will be held 5 December 2024. The position will start in February 2025.We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.Our people shape the future of our city. We're proud of our city and the work we do to make our city even better for the community, and we know you will be too. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workforce that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative, bold and most importantly – to be yourself! We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees, and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.
As part of the recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.
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